maintain your hp psc

print a self-test report

If you are experiencing problems with printing, print a Self-Test Report before you replace the print cartridges.

1Press and hold down Cancel.

2Press Start Copy, Color.

The HP PSC prints a Self-Test Report, which might indicate the source of any problems you might be having.

Color blocks

3Check the color blocks for streaking or white lines.

–Missing color blocks might indicate that the tri-color print cartridge is out of ink. You might need to clean or replace your print cartridges.

–Streaks might indicate clogged nozzles or dirty contacts. You might need to clean the print cartridges. Do not clean with alcohol.

For information on replacing ink cartridges, see replace the print cartridges on page 34 and for information on cleaning print cartridges, see clean the print cartridge contacts on page 39.

handle print cartridges

Before you replace a print cartridge, you should know the part names and how to handle the print cartridge.

Copper contacts

Plastic tape with pink pull tab (must be removed)

Ink nozzles under tape

Do not touch the copper contacts or the ink nozzles

reference guide

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